After the big success of his hits ‘Pretty Heart,’ ‘To be Loved by You,’ and a string of sold-out shows all over the nation, Conroe native Parker McCollum finds himself on the verge of country music superstardom.
A Conroe gun store and shooting range is facing criticism following a text message they sent to customers announcing a “not guilty sale” after <a href="https://www.click2houston.com/news/2021/11/19/rittenhouse-jury-to-return-for-4th-day-of-deliberations/" target="_blank">Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted</a> of all charges Friday.
A Montgomery County pool builder is facing felony charges for taking more than a million dollars from more than 20 families with the promise of building them pools and hot tubs and leaving those jobs incomplete
A Conroe man was charged with sex trafficking Wednesday in connection with the case of a Houston <a href="https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2021/10/06/fbi-searching-for-missing-13-year-old-girl-last-seen-in-northeast-houston-on-sept-20/" target="_blank">13-year-old who had previously been reported missing</a>.
Houston police, with the help of Montgomery County sheriff’s deputies, said they were able to catch up to a wrong-way driver traveling on the North Freeway Thursday morning. Authorities said the chase ended in Montgomery County.
A relentless advocate for a community in Conroe has been able to bring changes to an apartment complex that badly needed it. <a href="https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2021/09/22/residents-at-apartment-complex-in-conroe-demands-better-living-conditions-after-reportedly-dealing-with-mold-mildew-and-rodents-for-years/" target="_blank">KPRC 2 first reported about the Tall Timbers Apartments</a> on September 21, and days later the community advocate and residents said rapid changes are being made. Residents said they are hopeful to have more livable conditions.
Community advocates and residents at an apartment complex in Conroe have been expressing their concern for unlivable conditions, which they say they have dealt with for years.
Conroe, Texas – The City of Conroe has announced that construction for the upcoming Hyatt Regency Conroe and Convention Center will break ground in September. Located in the master-planned Grand Central Park off I-45 and just south of State Loop 336 W, the development will include a 250-room hotel, five-story parking garage, and a large business convention center. The convention center will contain 41,000 square feet of space, including a 15,000-square-foot grand ballroom, 8,000-square-foot junior ballroom, and 8,000 square feet of boardrooms and breakout spaces. According to Assistant City Administrator/CFO Steve Williams, the project will be financially self-sustaining with its costs paid through revenue from the hotel and convention center. Hyatt Regency Conroe will be another jewel in the crown of America’s Miracle City.
springhappenings.comWith COVID-19 spreading throughout Conroe ISD so quickly, the district moved to Alert Level 4, which is the second-highest level and one level away from considering shutting down campuses and even the entire district.
When KPRC 2 Investigates discussed the rising crime rates from the inner city to the suburbs, we received a range of responses from several law enforcement agencies. The data shows that no part of the region is immune to crime, but where a person lives can determine what type of crime they will face.
A 75-year-old Kansas City, Kansas, man has been arrested on a murder warrant in a nearly four decade old homicide in southeast Texas. Thomas Elvin Darnell was taken to the Montgomery County jail Thursday after being arrested Monday in Kansas on a murder warrant for the 1983 death of Laura Purchase, according to Montgomery County Sheriff’s Lt. Scott Spencer.
news.yahoo.comThe San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) and Montgomery County Constable Precinct 1 have announced that Lake Conroe is back open after being closed as a result of the heavy rain that pushed through the area Friday and overnight into Saturday.
Photo courtesy of ArtaviaJust in time for spring, Artavia, a 2,200-acre master-planned community in the Montgomery County/Conroe area, is releasing new homesites. Coventry Homes and David Weekley Homes are building on the newly released 65-foot lots, with homes priced from the $370,000s and $410,000s, ranging in size from 2,600 to 4,100 square feet. “When you combine the unique amenities with the demand of new home building and low inventory, it creates a limited opportunity to call Artavia home,” said Lisa Connell, marketing director for Airia Development Company. “We expect this next release of lots to sell quickly.”
chron.comCONROE, Texas – Montgomery County sheriff’s deputies are investigating after a 64-year-old man was found shot to death in Conroe Thursday. Deputies said they were called to Solomon Road off South Walker Road in the Midway Community of North Montgomery County around 8 p.m. about reports of a fatal shooting. When deputies arrived at the scene, they said they found 64-year-old Steve Walker dead on the floor with gunshot wounds. Detective Haas with Montgomery County Homicide and Violent Crimes Units said Walker’s story was very inconsistent and there had been an argument earlier. She is currently being held in the Montgomery County jail on a $250,000 bond.
CONROE, Texas – A husband and wife are dead after Conroe police said they were shot by their one of their sons. The incident happened just after 7 p.m. Thursday at a home near Crest Hill and Barbara Lane. Conroe police said they received a call about a disturbance at the location. Cardona’s brother was at the home and told police that the shooter was his older brother, according to authorities. At this point, authorities say they do not have a motive for the shooting.
HOUSTON – The weather is getting nicer, which is perfect for Easter egg hunts! These are the events hosting Easter egg hunts in the next two weekends:7 Acre Wood Easter Egg FestWhere: 4401 Frazier St., ConroeWhen: Saturday, April 3, 10 a.m. -3 p.m. Bay Area Raceway Easter Egg HuntWhere: Bay Area Raceway, 3825 Gulf Freeway, DickinsonWhen: Saturday, April 3, 12 p.m. 🐰🐣 We're inviting all the kids for a FREE Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 3rd! Moms & Dads, bring... Posted by Bay Area Raceway on Sunday, March 14, 2021Know of any Easter egg hunts happening in the Houston-area?
A new movie will begin filming in Conroe in mid-April and its production company is seeking extras to fill out its scenes. The film is described as a “mind-bending story exploring the themes of friendship, love, hope, faith, and redemption” and centers around a writer who was in a car accident. “The Author is a labor of love, carefully crafted over a decade, produced with a specific purpose,” wrote screenwriter Ritchey Cable on the film’s website. “The viewer is invited to enter into the story and engage with some of life’s most puzzling questions.”Couples or individuals interested in becoming extras for the film can register here. Those selected will appear in scenes involving a diner, a coffee shop or an extravagant wedding.
CONROE, Texas – A jury sentenced a sex offender to 99 years in prison on Wednesday, officials said. James Ray Bates, 65, received the sentence for failing to comply with his sex offender registration requirements. Prosecutors said a Conroe Police Department officer providing security at Sacred Heart arrested Bates when he produced his sex offender registration card as a means to identify himself, prosecutors said. These convictions required Bates to register as a sex offender for life. Another Conroe police officer testified about his 2017 arrest of Bates for indecent exposure in the Hobby Lobby parking lot.
FORT BEND COUNTY – Business owners in Richmond, Pearland, Conroe and Katy all had different guidelines in place Wednesday as the mask mandate ended in Texas. At Treasure Hunter’s Gallery in Richmond, customers and owner Marlene Dame were excited about the state reopening. But if a store requires you to wear a mask, then I will wear one,” McCarroll said. The restaurant is open at 100% capacity, and customers and employees are not required to wear a mask. At Citizens Grill in Montgomery County, the manager said customers are no longer required to wear a mask, but employees are.
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough is seen at left in an image taken from his Facebook page. His crashed SUV is seen in The Woodlands, Texas, on Sept. 10, 2020, at right. CONROE, Texas – Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough pleaded guilty Wednesday to driving while intoxicated in connection with last year’s crash. First Assistant District Attorney Michael Holley said Keough received a 90-day suspension of his driver’s license and a $2,000 fine for his role in the Sept. 10, 2020, crash. Keough was not wearing his seat belt and did not apply the brakes until less than a second before crashing into the cruiser, according to the affidavit.
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee is now filing a $100 million lawsuit against ERCOT and Entergy on behalf of Pineda's family. Buzbee stated that Texans were overwhelmingly failed during the winter storm that struck the state last week because of the negligence of energy providers. We like to brag that it's energy independent, and yet we have people dying in their homes because we don't have any power," Buzbee said. The companies need to be honest with us. ON HOLD: Texas officials block energy companies from levying huge bills on customersERCOT officials issued a statement about winter storm tragedy.
chron.comCONROE, Texas – An investigation is underway after two men were found shot to death in an apparent murder-suicide, according to Conroe Police Department. Police said officers found the frantic woman who called them and the two men dead inside the home with gunshot wounds. Police said officers learned that one of the men was the woman’s soon-to-be-ex-husband and the other was the woman’s current 29-year-old boyfriend. The woman told investigators that she and her 33-year-old husband were separated in November and no longer living together with plans to divorce, police said. The woman’s boyfriend came to the home when it was empty but shortly after, the husband entered the home and shot the boyfriend with a handgun and turned it on himself, police said.
The law firm of Houston attorney Tony Buzbee is representing the Pineda family in the lawsuit over the death of 11-year-old Cristian Pineda. Ad“Common sense tells you the weather played a part in his death,” Buzbee said. “What’s interesting about this whole ordeal is what these power providers and ERCOT knew long before many of us knew it,” Buzbee said. Entergy released the following written statement about the lawsuit: “We are deeply saddened by the loss of life in our community. We are unable to comment due to pending litigation.”AdKPRC 2 has also asked ERCOT for a statement regarding the lawsuit.
CONROE, Texas – A woman was charged after giving birth in a toilet in September, according to Conroe Police Department. Denette Elizabeth Williams, 33, has been arrested and charged with endangering a child. Police said Williams gave birth to a baby girl in the bathroom of her mother’s home. The child’s father told investigators that he heard Williams screaming from another room, rushed to help her and saw the newborn in the toilet, police said. He told investigators that he called 911 and performed CPR on the baby, police said.
(AP Photo/Brett Duke)HOUSTON – The Houston-area is celebrating three players with ties to the area who won Super Bowl LV Sunday night. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat Kansas City Chiefs in a 31-9 win during Super Bowl LV Sunday night, becoming the first team to win a Super Bowl at their home base. All rights reserved)Wide receiver, Tampa Bay BuccaneersGalveston also had one of their own play at the Super Bowl Sunday night. Super Bowl LV Champions! He joined Tampa Bay after a brief time with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2019.
CONROE, Texas – Two local Firehouse Subs locations hope to bring smiles to nursing home residents isolated during the coronavirus pandemic. Both locations, 235 I-45 South, Suite A in Huntsville and 3021 I-45 North in Conroe are running the Silver Valentine Donation Drive from now until Valentine’s Day, inviting guests to donate traditional Valentine’s gifts and comfort items. “We wanted to continue this support for our local senior citizens especially, and show them they’re cared for even if they are unable to spend quality time with others right now,” said Jill Jackson, Firehouse Subs franchise manager in a news release. Guests can drop off items at either or both restaurant locations during business hours between 10:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. Items accepted are blankets, activity books, socks, slippers, and traditional Valentine’s Day gifts such as teddy bears.
SHENANDOAH, Texas – Memorial Hermann and Conroe ISD are working together to vaccinate nearly 7,000 people in Montgomery County. Their daughter, who lives with them, just had a baby, so Danny and Donna Driscoll wanted the vaccine in a hurry. Memorial Hermann teamed with Conroe ISD to administer about 7,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine at the Woodforest Bank Stadium Friday and Saturday. That’s an honor for us to do that through this vaccine clinic,” said Conroe ISD Superintendent Dr. Curtis Null. Dr. Null said they plan to do the second doses of the vaccine at the same site in three weeks.
HOUSTON – Montgomery County officials said Wednesday’s mass vaccination site has been running smoothly. The site opened to the county’s eligible population at the Montgomery County Fairground Wednesday morning to a line. Jason Mill Sapps, chief of staff to the Montgomery County judge, said 247 of the 2,000 reserved shots were administered within the first hour. He said he was unaware that Montgomery County had opened up 2,000 slots online Tuesday for the Moderna vaccine. They were all accounted for within 20 minutes, according to county officials.
CONROE, Texas – Appointments for Montgomery County’s first mass coronavirus vaccine clinic were full Tuesday shortly after the clinic was announced. The appointment-only clinic is being held at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds at 9333 Airport Road in Conroe. People without appointments will not be permitted inside the vaccine site. COMPLETE COVERAGE: Follow the latest vaccine news in our special sectionThere will be 2,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine administered during the clinic. Some first responders were vaccinated Tuesday to work out the kinks and ensure Wednesday’s event goes smoothly.
Conroe, Texas – The Conroe Independent School District has announced they will be closed on Monday, January 11, 2021, due to potentially hazardous road conditions. The closure encompasses both in-person and virtual learning. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 12, 2021.
springhappenings.comA Conroe Police Officer was nearly struck by a suspected drunk driver while he directed traffic on the main lanes of IH-45 near Creighton Road, police said. CONROE, Texas – A Conroe police officer was injured after being nearly hit by a suspected drunk driver while directing traffic Wednesday morning. The incident was reported about 2 a.m. on the main lanes of Interstate 45 near Creighton Road. Police said Roberts disregarded all the emergency vehicles, drove into the crash scene and her vehicle struck a Conroe police vehicle and nearly hitting an officer. Roberts has been charged with DWI, failure to stop and render aid causing injury and harassment of a public servant.
Conroe, Texas – A truck driver and patrons inside Pappas Bar-B-Q restaurant escaped without injury after a semi-truck crashed into the building. The crash happened just after 7:00 PM Tuesday in the 27700 block of Interstate 45 North. Officials with the Woodlands Fire Department say the restaurant was fully staffed but incredibly everyone walked away without injuries. It is unknown what caused the semi to crash into the building. Photo Credit: The Woodlands Fire Department
springhappenings.comArtavia, the master-planned community in the Montgomery County/Conroe area, is kicking off a Rockin’ Sales event during the month of October with special pricing by every builder on every move-in ready home. Homes in Artavia are offered by Coventry Homes, David Weekley Homes, Highland Homes, J. Patrick Homes, Lennar, Perry Homes, Ravenna Homes and Westin Homes. “Buyers can take advantage of the low interest rates, special pricing and move-in by year end,” said Lisa Connell, Marketing Director of Airia Development Company, the developer of Artavia. “Every builder is celebrating the month of October with Rockin’ special pricing and incentives. Artavia is located north of Grand Parkway, midway between I-45 north and US 59 north, and east of FM 1314 on SH 242.
chron.comSmiley N. Pool/Houston ChronicleLocal news coverage from 12 suburban newspapers serving more than half a million homes in the greater Houston area has a new home on HoustonChronicle.com, the exclusive subscriber website of the Houston Chronicle. The coverage appeared previously on the newspaper’s affiliated non-subscriber website, Chron.com. Top stories and photos about the day-to-day happenings in Houston Community Newspapers coverage areas – Atascocita, Bay Area, Conroe, CyFair, Deer Park, East Montgomery County, Friendswood, Humble, Katy, Kingwood, Lake Houston, Magnolia, Memorial, Pasadena, Pearland, Spring, Sugar Land, Tomball and The Woodlands – will be featured regularly on the homepage and updated continuously at HoustonChronicle.com/neighborhood.
chron.comRain may have contributed to fatal Conroe crashRain-slicked roads and poor visibility may have been a factor in a deadly two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in Conroe that left one person dead. Rain-slicked roads and poor visibility may have been a factor in a deadly two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in Conroe that left one person dead. Photo: Scott Engle Photo: Scott Engle Image 1 of / 11 Caption Close Rain may have contributed to fatal Conroe crash 1 / 11 Back to GalleryRain-slicked roads and poor visibility may have been a factor in a deadly two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon in Conroe that left one person dead. Conroe Fire Department officials arrived at the intersection of Montgomery Park Boulevard and North Loop 336 just after 1 p.m. The crash closed North Loop for over an hour Sunday afternoon.
chron.comHouston coronavirus updates: What you need to know for April 4Astros' star, Justin Verlander and his wife Kate Upton have decided to donate his MLB paychecks to different organizations providing COVID-19 relief efforts. Photo: Justin Verlander Photo: Justin Verlander Image 1 of / 142 Caption Close Houston coronavirus updates: What you need to know for April 4 1 / 142 Back to GalleryChron.com is compiling the latest headlines on the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on the Houston area. The ninth death from this pandemic has also been reported in Houston, according to Mayor Turner. Earlier this week, the company announced that a Delta ground handler had died from coronavirus9:13 a.mThe coronavirus cases worldwide has now climbed to 1,139,207 cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. 8:50 a.m.Houston has now reached a tally of 506 COVID-19 cases, with the death toll rising to 8.
chron.comConroe, Texas The first Margaritaville Resort in Texas is getting closer to opening. The company is looking to fill nearly 350 positions at two upcoming job fairs. Last year, plans were announced to turn the former La Torretta Resort & Spa into a Jimmy Buffet-themed resort. The new Margaritaville Resort will feature 360 guest rooms in their main 20-story hotel tower along with waterfront villas along the lake. The resort is scheduled to open in the summer of 2020.
springhappenings.comThere are 21 toxic sites in and around Houston, according to EPA. The ... more Photo: Google Maps Photo: Google Maps Image 1 of / 27 Caption Close There are 21 toxic sites in and around Houston, according to EPA. Heres whats in them 1 / 27 Back to GalleryIts been nearly 20 years since the Environmental Protection Agency identified the Jones Road Ground Water Plume near Cypress as a toxic site. From dumping creosote to other chemicals and hazardous waste, the EPA has identified 21 sites in Harris and surrounding counties. Jay R. Jordan covers breaking news in the Houston area.
chron.comTexas is the state that keeps on growing. new study shows the Lone Star State is home to many of the cities seeing the fastest population growth. Out of the 25 cities ranked, 11 of them are in Texas, with the city of Conroe taking the top spot.According to "24/7 Tempo," Conroe more than doubled in size since 2000, going from nearly 37,000 people to 77,000.Cheaper homes, newer homes and being closer to nature are some of the reasons people name for moving there.City officials expect Conroe to hit 100,000 residents by 2020.Watch the video above to see which Texas cities are named in the survey.
abc13.comHouston, TX - So, how'd you do this morning with the cold weather? Given our normal low for today is 53F, what might this November cold snap mean to January? In fact, the Polar Vortex is strong right now which means it is locking up a lot of cold air over the Arctic. But any weakening this winter would allow a surge of cold air. The summer wasn't crazy hot, as we had a July cold snap dropping lows to 65F and 68F on the 20th/21st.
Womans naked body found near ConroeThe naked body of a 50-year-old Coldsprings woman was discovered near the entrance of a property on the 12900 block of Rose Road in Conroe, Texas. The naked body of a 50-year-old Coldsprings woman was discovered near the entrance of a property on the 12900 block of Rose Road in Conroe, Texas. Photo: Google Maps Photo: Google Maps Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Womans naked body found near Conroe 1 / 1 Back to GalleryThe Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a woman whose nude body was discovered Sunday morning on private property in Conroe. Authorities were called at 7:30 a.m. to the 12900 block of Rose Road, where a deputy found the body of Leah Vaughn, 50, of Coldspring, on the ground near the entrance of the property, according to a statement issued by the sheriffs office. Bodies Found: Bodies of missing married couple found in shallow grave on Texas beach.
chron.comJones State Forest in Conroe, where small groups are met by a therapist and a doctor, who both discuss the science behind forest therapy. Then, the doctor records the participants' blood pressure, listens to their heartbeats, and asks them about their mood. Studies from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy have shown forest therapy reduces the amount of cortisola stress hormonein the body. Jones State Forest. "But in offering forest therapy, we're giving everyone an opportunity to experience the mind-body health benefits of a forest."
Henry's Home Horse Sanctuary located in Conroe, Texas, hosts "Horses and Heroes," a program developed to use rescue horses for therapy offered to veterans and first responders. "We take in rescued horses and surrendered horses and give them a forever home. We've got about 20 horses here," Executive Director Donna Stedman said.Stedman said the program is the only one of its kind, which is recognized by the Disabled Veterans National Foundation. The vets and first responders have to learn how to communicate how their energy comes across and learn control, all by the way of the horse.Veterans and first responders are invited to bring their families as well. Everything from riding lessons, training, and horsemanship care are provided for them at no cost ever.
abc13.com21-year-old Deondre DD Johnson was arrested after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed in Conroe, Texas on Oct. 30, 2019. CONROE, Texas - A Conroe man faces charges after police say he accidentally shot and killed his friend at an apartment complex Wednesday evening. At about 5:30 p.m., Conroe police responded to the White Oak apartment complex at 2330 Montgomery Park Blvd. Police and paramedics found 19-year-old Taylor Abner with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. KPRC Conroe Police say 19-year-old Taylor Abner was accidentally shot and killed with an AK-47 pistol on Oct. 30, 2019.
21-year-old Deondre DD Johnson was arrested after a 19-year-old man was shot and killed in Conroe, Texas on Oct. 30, 2019. CONROE, Texas - A Conroe man faces charges after police say he accidentally shot and killed his friend at an apartment complex Wednesday evening. At about 5:30 p.m., Conroe police responded to the White Oak apartment complex at 2330 Montgomery Park Blvd. Police and paramedics found 19-year-old Taylor Abner with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. KPRC Conroe Police say 19-year-old Taylor Abner was accidentally shot and killed with an AK-47 pistol on Oct. 30, 2019.
Conroe Family Dentistry will relocate from 1517 Wilson Road, Conroe, to 1362 Wilson Road, Conroe, in spring 2020. Office Manager Traci Wood said the new office will feature four hygiene rooms, six operatories and two surgical rooms. Wood said the practice has been at its current location for five years. 936-539-2211. www.conroefamilydentistry.com
communityimpact.comThe University of St. Thomas has altered its plan for its satellite campus in Conroe and has announced plans for a second project in the citya microcampus.Jeff Olsen, vice president of marketing for St. Thomas, said the university is no longer pursuing plans to build a satellite campus for an accelerated bachelors degree in nursing at 700 Old Montgomery Road. Olsen said the university is still committed to finding a location in Conroe and will be ready to open in fall 2020. In the meantime, the university will open a microcampus in downtown Conroe in early 2020. Olsen said the university has not decided on a specific address, but the microcampus will serve as a storefront for the university in the community. 1, create awareness on our end about who we are as the University of St. Thomas, Olsen said.
communityimpact.comTop tips for keeping trick-or-treaters safe on HalloweenKyle Bryent carries his son, Lincoln, beside his wife, Tamera, dressed as Buzz Lightyear and the aliens from Toy Story during the Trick or Treat Trail at Carol Barton, Jr. Park, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Conroe. According to FedEx Cares, on Halloween, children are hit and killed by vehicles while walking at a rate double than for any other day of the year. Among their top safety tips for drivers:Pay attention to stopped cars, ready for the event that they are picking up or dropping-off children. Safe Kids also has safe walking tips for pedestrians, especially focused on parents and children:Use glow sticks and flashlights, to better help drivers see them in the road. Safe Kids has also released a video pertaining to the use of glow sticks and flashlights, which can be found here.
chron.comHowever, Montgomery County officials said they plan to continue prosecuting marijuana-related cases, which could affect some CBD consumers. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has yet to set up regulations on the standards and practices surrounding CBD. Ligon spoke to the Montgomery County Commissioners Court about HB 1325 on July 9. On July 9, Ligon received funding from the Montgomery County Commissioners Court to hire labs to determine the THC percentage. I fully support Montgomery County DA Brett Ligon in continuing to prosecute marijuana cases, Metcalf said.
communityimpact.comFun Town RV opened Oct. 12 at 1505 Porter Rd, Conroe. The recreational vehicle super store sells a variety of RVs and also offers trade-ins. The franchise has several locations throughout Texas, Oklahoma and Indiana. The Conroe location is the businesss second location in the Houston area. 936-320-0001. www.funtownrv.com
communityimpact.comAs part of the Texas Department of Transportations ongoing study of I-45 between Beltway 8 North in Spring and South Loop 336 in Conroe, the entity is seeking public input on potential solutions to improve corridor conditions. Phase 1 of the PEL Study wrapped up in summer 2018. Phase 2 kicked off in spring 2019 and is planned to wrap up by spring 2021. Following a round of public meetings in the spring, TxDOT held another round in October in hopes of getting the public more involved with the process. RELATED Oak Ridge North approves groundwater permit renewal The Oak Ridge North City Council unanimously approved a renewal of its permit with Lonestar Groundwater Conservation District for 2020... >The next I-45 PEL Study public meeting will be Oct. 16 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Oak Ridge High School Ninth Grade Campus, located at 27310 Oak Ridge School Road, Conroe.
communityimpact.comMain Street Merchants opened in downtown Conroe on Oct. 15. Owner Janese Sokulski said she and her daughter Carley Cremin opened the store under the idea of homemade goods by homegrown artists. The store stocks skin care products, jewelry, decor and many other items made by local artists. For its grand opening, Sokulski said the store will be open from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. with live music and food at 208 A N. Main St., Conroe. 918-261-9769. www.facebook.com/merchantson208main
communityimpact.comWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming Conroe celebrated its grand opening Oct. 12 at 525 Woodlands Square Blvd, Ste. 150, Conroe. The pet supply franchise offers premium pet food as well as grooming services for cats and dogs. The franchise has 21 locations in Texas. 936-506-9663. www.woofgangbakery.com
communityimpact.comConroe Professional Firefighters Association celebrated its 40th anniversary Oct. 5. The organization works to protect the rights and benefits of firefighters in the city of Conroe. The association does not have an office or phone number but does have a mailing address: P.O. Box 306, Conroe. www.facebook.com/IAFFLocal2731
communityimpact.comHippie Hemp CBD opened Oct. 10 at 813 I-45 S., Conroe. Owner Daniel Pruett said the store has a variety of products, such as tinctures, oils and creams as well as more unique products such as CBD honey and coffee. 936-521-9019. www.facebook.com/hippie-cbd-252703578941276
communityimpact.comTxDOT is preparing to tackle traffic issues along I-45 between the Woodlands to Conroe and is looking for your ideas.The study is focused on the I-45 corridor from North Beltway-8 to Loop 336 South affecting communities such as Oak Ridge North, Shenandoah, Conroe, and The Woodlands Township. So far, TxDOT says drivers have asked for improved frontage roads, interchanges, and east-west corridors, along with enhanced public transit.There are two ways to offer your feedback -- online and in-person.There are three meetings happening soon.Harvest Time Church17770 Imperial Valley DriveHouston, TX 7706010 a.m. - noonSpring High School19428 I-45 NorthSpring, TX 773735:30 p.m - 7 p.m.Oak Ridge High School 9th grade27310 Oak Ridge School RoadConroe, TX 773855:30 p.m - 7 p.m.You can also fill out an online survey and provide your feedback to TxDOT here
abc13.comTxDOT is preparing to tackle traffic issues along I-45 between the Woodlands to Conroe and is looking for your ideas.The study is focused on the I-45 corridor from North Beltway-8 to Loop 336 South affecting communities such as Oak Ridge North, Shenandoah, Conroe, and The Woodlands Township. So far, TxDOT says drivers have asked for improved frontage roads, interchanges, and east-west corridors, along with enhanced public transit.There are two ways to offer your feedback -- online and in-person.There are three meetings happening soon.Harvest Time Church17770 Imperial Valley DriveHouston, TX 7706010 a.m. - noonSpring High School19428 I-45 NorthSpring, TX 773735:30 p.m - 7 p.m.Oak Ridge High School 9th grade27310 Oak Ridge School RoadConroe, TX 773855:30 p.m - 7 p.m.You can also fill out an online survey and provide your feedback to TxDOT here
abc13.comBleyl Engineering, a civil engineering firm based in Conroe, has acquired Austin engineering firm Garrett-Ihnen Civil Engineers. With the addition of Garrett-Ihnens 14 employees, Bleyl Engineering has grown to 82 employees and now has 26 licensed engineers on staff. Bleyl Engineering, which has an office in south Austin, will move its employees to Garrett-Ihnens office space at 12007 Technology Blvd., Austin. Garrett-Ihnen will operate as a subsidiary of Bleyl Engineering for the remainder of the year. In 2020, Garrett-Ihnen will mark its 35th year in business and formally change its name to Bleyl Engineering to represent its absorption.
communityimpact.comFrost Bank opened its Conroe Financial Center on Sept. 23 at 2200 N. Frazier St., Ste. 100, Conroe, according to a press release. The center features a full range of financial services, including commercial, personal and investment services. The bank has 37 locations in the Houston area and plans to open 20 more locations by the end of 2020, according to the press release. 713-388-7201. www.frostbank.com
communityimpact.comMoon Valley Nursery plans to open a League City location at 402 FM 646 in October. The business, which began in Phoenix, Arizona, grows and maintains trees and other plants customers can buy for landscaping and other purposes. Moon Valley Nursery has locations across the West, including in Spring, Conroe, Katy, Sugarland and the Woodlands. www.moonvalleynurseries.com
communityimpact.comVeterans who need legal advice or legal assistance can visit a free legal clinic Sept. 28 at the Conroe VA Outpatient Clinic, 690 S. Loop 336 W., Conroe, from 9 a.m.-noon. The clinic is a public service of the Montgomery County Bar Association, the Houston Northwest Bar Association, The Woodlands Bar Association and the Veterans Legal Initiative. Veterans or spouses of deceased veterans can receive one-on-one advice and counsel at the clinic from a volunteer attorney in any area of law. Veterans who need ongoing legal representation and who qualify for legal aid will be assigned a pro bono attorney through the Houston Volunteer Lawyers to handle their case. The Houston Bar Foundation and Houston Volunteer Lawyers also sponsor weekly Friday afternoon clinics at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center from 1-5 p.m. See www.hba.org for more information.
communityimpact.comHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Residents from Conroe to Galveston are complaining that they haven't gotten their mail since a postal facility roof collapsed during Tropical Storm Imelda.Meanwhile, the U.S. Postal Service says just about all of their mail delivery has returned to normal. "I understand the problem and it's not really, I guess, their fault, because there are a lot worse things going on. "I guess if no mail is delivered this week I will check the people I normally receive bills from and explain to them and see where to go from there," said Carmichael.The U.S. Postal Service released the following information about mail delivery:Related: Post Office building roof collapses in northeast Houston.
abc13.comResidents and community leaders in Conroe are mourning the loss of Buster Bowers, owner of Vernons Kuntry Katfish. According to a Facebook post by Vernons Kuntry Katfish, Bowers died Sept. 22. Montgomery County Fair Association President Cody Bartlett said Bowers was a strong supporter of the Montgomery County community. Buster was always willing to help with food for our annual Golf Tournament and Senior Citizens Day and also participated in our BBQ Cook Off, Bartlett said. We are very sad that he is gone way too early.
communityimpact.comHOUSTON - Imelda, now dubbed one of the wettest tropical storms in United States history, dumped more than 43 inches of rain in some areas of southeast Texas. The Harris County Sheriff's Office tweeted Friday afternoon that it had fielded 1,125 weather-related calls since Imelda began. Officials in Harris County said there had been a combination of at least 1,700 high-waster rescues following Imelda's deluge of rain. Another man drowned Thursday when he tried to drive his van through 8-foot-deep floodwaters near George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. Friday morning, Texas Task Force 1 found Malcolm Foster, a 47-year-old man, dead inside a Toyota Prius in a canal in Beaumont, the city said in a statement.
HOUSTON - In 48 hours, Tropical Depression Imelda dumped more than two feet of water in some parts of the Houston area, causing hundreds of water rescues, dozens of road closures and several flash flood warnings. Heavy rain persists throughout much of the Houston area and a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for southeast Harris County until 4:30 p.m. Harris County officials said the flash flood emergency was a life-threatening situation.Harris CountyHeres a look at 10 of the areas in Harris County pummeled with the most water in the past two days, according to the Harris County Flood Warning System as of 1:30 p.m. Thursday. East fork of San Jacinto River at FM 2090, 29.92 inchesEast Fork of San Jacinto River at FM 1485, 28.28 inchesPeach Creek at FM 2090, 26.52 inchesCaney Creek at FM 2090, 24.96 inchesCreek at FM 2090, Luce Bayou at FM 2100, 20.88 inchesCedar Bayou at US 90, 18.92 inchesLake Houston Dam Spillway, 17.96 inches1930 Huffman Repeater, 17.36 inchesSan Jacinto River at Lake Houston Pkwy, 16.24 inchesCedar Bayou at FM 1942, 12.56 inchesGreater Houston RegionHeres a look at 10 of the areas in the greater Houston region inundated with the most rain in the past day, according to the National Weather Service as of 7 a.m. Thursday. Roman Forest (1.9 east northeast), 16.88 inchesConroe ( 0.7 miles east), 12.25 incheseast), Conroe (Montgomery County Airport), 11.05 inchesDayton ( 1.1 miles southeast), 11 inchessoutheast), Cleveland ( 3.6 miles south), 10.93 inchessouth), Conroe ( 2.1 miles south southwest), 9.2 inchessouth southwest), Dayton ( 0.2 miles east), 9.02 incheseast), Conroe ( 1.1 miles west), 5 incheswest), Romayor (Trinity River), 4.76 inches(Trinity River), Galveston ( 6.4 miles southeast), 4.55 inchesCopyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
